The CountryFacial eczema research holds promise for Kiwi farmersDisease affects a range of livestock including sheep, cattle, deer, goats, and alpacas.15 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'Significant hazard’: Crashes involving roaming livestock on the risePolice are urging livestock owners to secure their fences after a spate of crashes.05 Jun 10:00 PM
The Country'Long-term game': Farmer works on how to 'winter better'Kevin Hall has looked for ways to improve wintering facilities for his cows since 2008.25 May 05:00 PM
The CountryTake care on rural roads on Moo-ving DayThousands of cows are moved about the country on or around June 1.23 May 02:06 AM
The CountryRain gives eczema spores and parasitic worms a boostRain coming after a drought creates an ideal environment for both good and bad things.17 May 10:00 PM
The CountryHoly Cow: Hall of Fame for bull that fathered 17,000 daughters"We knew he was a good bull."15 May 04:05 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Extinction threat': How scared should we be of bird flu reaching NZ?The global spread of bird flu has scientists concerned. Here's what you should know.07 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFirst suspected case of cow-to-human bird flu transfer means NZ must be preparedThe risk to humans is still low, but NZ needs plan for 'range of scenarios', expert says.05 May 04:26 AM
The CountryMore beef farmers join genetics programmeThere are now 37 farmers involved in the Informing New Zealand Beef programme.03 May 05:00 PM
The CountryNew Zealand’s iconic sheep-to-person ratio keeps fallingSheep numbers continue to fall as more land is converted to forestry.03 May 01:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: How worried should we be about the return of bird flu?FT opinion: Now is not a time for paranoia but there is a case for extreme vigilance.02 May 11:24 PM
The CountryFonterra Dairy Woman of the Year 2024 announcedWinner recognised for her outstanding passion and advocacy for the dairy industry.02 May 09:09 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Who could catch bird flu first? These experts have an idea, and a way to helpNYT opinion: We must do a better job to ensure virus doesn't spread beyond our control.01 May 10:25 PM
The CountryWhat every pet owner should knowWhy the New Zealand Veterinary Association wants people to "Think P.E.T."26 Apr 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'I sat down and made a personal commitment': Dealing with disasterTessa Appleby's resilient nature saw her get through the cyclone and thrive as a leader.22 Apr 10:09 PM
The CountryWaikato DairyNZ Farmwatch: Nitrate poisoning risk increaseAs cooler overcast conditions arrive, the risk of nitrate poisoning rises.22 Apr 04:30 PM
The CountryPastures Past: Praise for 'hardy' Kiwi war horses"Hardy useful mounts, free from beefiness,” could stand the South African heat in 1900.20 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country'You get the big and the small': Why Kate loves being a rural vet“It’s full on but I’m pretty lucky to go to some neat parts of Bay of Plenty."20 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryPaws-itively amazing career in animal servicesBetty Hall was once told by a teacher she would never get a job after finishing school.18 Apr 10:46 PM
The CountryTwo horses shot dead by police north of Taupō'The horses began to travel at speed towards the highway.'17 Apr 02:35 AM
The CountryA person in Texas caught bird flu after mixing with dairy cattle. Should we be worried?This is the second US case after a poultry worker tested positive in Colorado in 2022.15 Apr 12:15 AM
The CountryOlder dog care: What to watch out forOpinion: Vet Michaela Walmsley says keep an eye on your elderly canine.10 Apr 04:59 PM
The CountryA new home for Piquet Hill FarmsAfter more than half a century on Te Akau hill country, Piquet Hill Farms is moving.29 Mar 03:59 PM
The Country'Great people' and 'awesome countryside' the perks of being a scannerBlair Stewart's business scans around 350,000 sheep in a season, and about 60,000 cattle.22 Mar 06:30 PM
The CountryAll creatures great and small - the life of a rural vetIn the end, it’s your family who pay the price.22 Mar 05:52 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPIFed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.22 Mar 04:18 AM
The CountryRural news in brief: Wool alliance and facial eczema funding announcedA quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.18 Mar 03:05 AM
The CountryMoving or buying stock this autumn? Remember farm biosecurityOPINION: Well worth considering risks of bringing infection or disease onto the farm.11 Mar 10:09 PM
The CountryThe next step in the battle against bovine facial eczemaFacial eczema costs the NZ dairy sector at least $100 million annually in lost production.06 Mar 10:58 PM
The CountryHow sheepdogs help both farmers and conservationistsLivestock guardian dogs alleviate stress for both the livestock and the livestock owners,05 Mar 03:58 PM
The CountryLIC says bacterial contamination behind faulty sire semenLIC focused on implementing recommendations of an independent review.20 Feb 09:45 PM
The CountryDairyNZ Farmwatch: What's happening on Waikato farmsA significant Staph Aureus outbreak can cost a farm many thousands of dollars.18 Feb 06:00 PM
The CountryBlood sucking parasite that can cause ill thrift and deathParasite seen in sheep, goats and alpaca.15 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryGraduates help combat rural vet shortageRural practices are not often the first choice for young vets.11 Feb 06:05 PM
